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In a world of oh-so-similar electric cargo bike designs, the compact STREEK stands out, but unless you live in Japan, you probably won’t ever see one, let alone purchase one. However, thanks to Vvolt, a new version of this modular e-cargo trike with a tilting front suspension is being designed for the US, adding more power and speed and a larger cockpit, with the intent of offering “the kind of electric, cargo-friendly utility people need in a busy urban landscape” to US riders.
“Originally developed in Japan, the STREEK is a compact, modular cargo trike with a brilliant tilting front suspension that keeps your ride stable and smooth, even when it’s fully loaded. Our goal? To adapt this phenomenal trike for the U.S. market and offer the kind of electric, cargo-friendly utility people need in a busy urban landscape.
“Now to the fun stuff. The STREEK’s tilting suspension uses lightweight carbon fiber (cool, huh?) to give it a sturdy, balanced feel at any speed. We’re talking up to 130 pounds of cargo that you can steer with confidence around sharp city corners, thanks to its intuitive electric pedal assist. And the modular cargo system? It’s fully customizable, so you can go with one or two-tier storage, whatever you need! It’s perfect for anyone from city-based families to small businesses needing quick, efficient, sustainable transport.”
The specs for the new STREEK x Vvolt e-cargo trike, which is currently in a prototype stage, haven’t been finalized yet, but Vvolt says that it will definitely include the following:
- Gates belt drive
- Mid-drive motor with more than 100nm torque
- 28 mph top pedal-assist speed
- Internal rear hub gearing
- Lightweight aluminum frame with carbon front suspension/linkage
- 3-wheel hydraulic disc brakes
- 350 lb total rider + load weight
Vvolt is planning to launch the new STREEK via a Kickstarter campaign in 2025 “at significant discount” for backers, so if you’re interested, be sure to sign up for the Vvolt email list to find out when it goes live. In addition to producing the new STREEK for the US, Vvolt says it will be incorporating its modular cargo system into the company’s future e-cargo bikes, for “that same balance of stability and utility.”
Image courtesy of Vvolt
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